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Arbalète en bois à bouchon

Damage to sight, Injuries Toys Serious risk

Arbalète en bois à bouchon was recalled on 19 January 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00072/24. Damage to sight, Injuries risk reported by France. The toy can launch the projectile or an improvised projectile with excessive kinetic energy, causing injury to a person in the path of that projectile, with a particular risk of eye damage.

Photo of recalled product: Arbalète en bois à bouchon
Alert NumberA12/00072/24
BrandEcoloJeux
CategoryToys
Risk TypeDamage to sight, Injuries
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginGermany
Published19 January 2024

Risk Description

The toy can launch the projectile or an improvised projectile with excessive kinetic energy, causing injury to a person in the path of that projectile, with a particular risk of eye damage. The product does not comply with the Toy Safety Directive nor with European standard EN 71-1

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 05/05/2023

Product Description

Wooden crossbow with cork projectile.

👁️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a damage to sight, injuries hazard related to Arbalète en bois à bouchon.

About this risk

This product can cause eye damage due to excessive light emission (e.g., lasers), projectiles, or chemical splash risk.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. If you have experienced eye discomfort, consult an ophthalmologist. Keep the product away from children.

Who is at risk?

All users, especially children who may look directly at bright light sources.

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